Call us nowA serious car accident happens in an instant, but the consequences can last a lifetime. In a single moment, a negligent driver’s decision to speed, text, or get behind the wheel while impaired can leave you with catastrophic injuries, overwhelming medical debt, and an uncertain future.
After facing this crisis on Dallas’s busy roads, you need a Dallas car accident lawyer with the skill, resources, and unwavering commitment to fight for your recovery.
The Law Firm of Aaron A. Herbert, P.C., is a team of trial-ready attorneys exclusively dedicated to “Fighting for the Seriously Injured.” As your legal advocate, our mission is to level the playing field against insurance companies that prioritize profits over people.
Led by a Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Law specialist, we have a proven history of recovering millions for car crash victims across Dallas County. We build powerful, evidence-based cases designed to secure the maximum compensation you need to rebuild your life.
Your road to recovery starts with a single phone call. Our compassionate, bilingual team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for a free, no-obligation consultation. Call 214-200-4878 now for help.
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Why Trust Aaron A. Herbert as Your Dallas Car Accident Lawyer?
After a wreck, you will be inundated with ads from law firms. Choosing the right law firm is critical. Your attorney’s experience, credentials, and reputation directly influence the outcome of your case. Here is what sets The Law Firm of Aaron A. Herbert, P.C. apart:
Board Certified Trial Expertise
Aaron A. Herbert is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. This is the highest credential an injury lawyer in Texas can achieve, earned by less than 2% of all attorneys.
This certification is a verifiable mark of a true specialist who has demonstrated extensive courtroom experience, passed a rigorous exam, and earned the respect of judges and peers. Insurance companies recognize this credential and know they are facing a lawyer who will not hesitate to go to trial, which can be powerful leverage for a higher settlement.
Inside Knowledge to Beat the Insurance Companies
Attorney Herbert began his career defending major insurance carriers against injury claims. This experience provides our firm with an invaluable insider’s perspective. We know the exact strategies and tactics adjusters use to devalue your claim, from pressuring you for a recorded statement to disputing the necessity of your medical care. We use this knowledge to build a proactive and aggressive case that anticipates and counters their every move.
A Record of Multi-Million Dollar Success
Our results speak directly to our ability to handle the most severe and complex car accident cases. As members of the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, we have a proven track record of securing life-changing financial recoveries for our clients.
These verdicts and settlements are not just numbers; they represent the resources our clients needed for lifelong medical care, lost income, and the stability to rebuild their futures after a devastating crash.
The Stark Reality of Car Accidents in Dallas
The congested highways and sprawling surface streets of Dallas are the scene of thousands of accidents every year. According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Dallas County recorded a staggering 55,634 motor vehicle crashes in a single recent year alone.
A significant percentage of these resulted in serious injury or death. Dallas itself has one of the highest fatal crash rates in Texas, a grim reminder of the daily dangers on our roads.
Our firm has deep experience litigating accidents on Dallas’s most dangerous roadways, including:
- I-635 (LBJ Freeway)
- US-75 (Central Expressway)
- I-35E (Stemmons Freeway)
- The Dallas North Tollway
- I-30 and I-20
- Loop 12 (Northwest Highway)
Intersections like I-635 & Skillman St. and Belt Line Road & Midway Road are known hotspots for severe collisions. Whether your accident was a high-speed highway pile-up or a T-bone collision at a busy intersection, our skilled Dallas car accident lawyers are prepared to investigate and fight for you.
Common Causes of Serious Car Wrecks in Dallas
While every crash is unique, most are caused by a driver’s clear act of negligence. Our firm has the resources to investigate and prove fault in cases involving:
- Speeding and Aggressive Driving: Failure to control speed is a leading cause of crashes in Texas, contributing to over 136,000 collisions in a single year. This includes driving over the speed limit and driving too fast for road or weather conditions, both of which dramatically reduce reaction time.
- Distracted Driving: Texting, using navigation apps, or any other activity that takes a driver’s attention off the road is a major factor in Dallas accidents. At any given moment, thousands of drivers are distracted, turning their vehicles into unguided weapons.
- Drunk Driving / Driving Under the Influence (DWI and DUI): Alcohol-impaired driving remains a leading cause of fatal crashes. In one recent year, DUI accidents led to 97 fatalities in Dallas alone. We aggressively pursue not only the drunk driver but also any bar or establishment that may have over-served them under Texas’s Dram Shop laws.
- Failure to Yield Right-of-Way: Many serious intersection collisions happen because a driver makes an unsafe left turn, runs a red light, or pulls out from a stop sign without yielding.
- Fatigued Driving: Drowsy driving can be as dangerous as drunk driving, impairing judgment and slowing reaction times. This is a common factor in accidents involving commercial truck drivers or shift workers on the road late at night.
We Demand Full Compensation for Your Losses
The goal of a car accident claim is to make you “whole” again by providing the financial resources to cover every loss you have suffered. Our dedicated Dallas car accident attorneys will fight for a comprehensive settlement or verdict that includes:
Economic Damages:
These are the direct financial costs of the accident, including:
- All Medical Bills: Including the ambulance, emergency room, hospital stays, surgeries, doctor’s visits, and prescriptions.
- Future Medical Needs: The projected cost of ongoing care, such as physical therapy, rehabilitation, or future surgeries.
- Lost Wages: All the income you have lost while unable to work.
- Loss of Earning Capacity: If your injuries prevent you from returning to your previous job, this compensates you for the difference in your lifetime earning potential.
- Property Damage: The cost to repair or replace your vehicle.
Non-Economic Damages:
These compensate you for the immense personal and emotional toll of the accident, and may include:
- Pain and Suffering: For the physical pain you have endured and will continue to endure.
- Mental Anguish: For the emotional trauma, anxiety, depression, or PTSD caused by the wreck.
- Physical Impairment: For the loss of your ability to participate in activities you once enjoyed.
- Disfigurement: For permanent scarring that affects your appearance and confidence.
What to Do Now: Critical Next Steps for Your Recovery and Your Dallas Auto Accident Claim
You have survived a traumatic event. You have received initial medical care, and now you are facing the overwhelming reality of what comes next. The actions you take in the coming days and weeks are crucial for both your physical recovery and your legal rights.
Here are the most important steps to focus on now.
1. Prioritize Your Medical Recovery Above All Else
Your health is the most important thing for you to focus on. Follow every piece of advice and instruction from your medical team.
- Attend All Follow-Up Appointments: Go to every scheduled visit with specialists, physical therapists, and your primary care physician.
- Fill All Prescriptions: Take all medications as prescribed to manage pain and support your recovery.
- Do Not Try to “Tough It Out”: If you experience new or worsening pain, contact your doctor immediately.
Following your treatment plan is not only essential for your well-being but also creates a clear, official record of your injuries. This medical documentation is one of the most powerful pieces of evidence in your personal injury claim, as it directly refutes any attempt by the insurance company to argue that your injuries are not severe or not related to your crash.
2. Gather and Preserve All Accident-Related Documentation
Create a physical or digital file and collect all evidence and information related to the accident. This includes:
- The Police Report Number: The official crash report contains the officer’s initial findings, diagrams, and witness information. If you have the report number, an attorney can obtain the full document for you.
- Information You Exchanged: The other driver’s name, insurance policy number, and contact details.
- Photos and Videos: Any pictures that were taken at the scene by you or anyone else.
- Medical Paperwork: Keep all discharge papers, medical bills, receipts for prescriptions, and instructions from your doctors in one place.
- Proof of Lost Income: Keep track of any communication from your employer regarding time missed from work and collect recent pay stubs.
3. Be Extremely Cautious When Speaking to Insurance Adjusters
You can expect to receive a call from the other driver’s insurance adjuster very soon. It is critical to understand that this person is not on your side. Their job is to save their company money by paying you as little as possible.
- Do NOT Give a Recorded Statement: You are not legally obligated to provide a recorded statement. Adjusters are trained to ask leading questions to get you to say something that can be used to blame you or downplay your injuries. Politely decline.
- Do NOT Sign Anything: Never sign any documents, especially a medical authorization form or a settlement offer, without first having an attorney review them. Signing a medical release can give the insurer access to your entire, unrelated medical history, which they can use against you.
- Do NOT Accept a Quick Check: A fast settlement offer is always a lowball offer. It is a tactic to close your case before the full extent and cost of your injuries are known.
4. Contact Our Experienced Dallas Car Collision Lawyers
This is the most important step you can take to protect yourself. Once you hire our team, we will immediately take over all communication with the insurance companies, shielding you from their pressure tactics.
Our experienced team will launch a professional investigation to secure evidence that may already be disappearing—like nearby surveillance video or the “black box” data from the vehicles. This allows you to focus completely on your recovery while legal professionals fight to secure your future.
FAQs About Dallas Car Accident Claims
What if the police report contains errors or lists me as being partially at fault?
A police report is an officer’s initial assessment at a chaotic scene and is not the final word on legal liability. It is common for these reports to contain factual errors or omit important details.
Our experienced Dallas car crash lawyers can conduct a much deeper investigation, uncovering evidence such as surveillance video or eyewitness testimony that contradicts the report. We frequently handle cases where we successfully challenge the initial findings of a police report to prove our client was not at fault.
The driver who caused my accident was a friend or family member. Do I have to sue them personally?
This is a sensitive situation, and it’s important to understand that a personal injury claim is made against the driver’s auto insurance policy, not against them personally. The goal is to get the insurance company to cover your medical bills and other losses, which is precisely why people are required to carry liability insurance. Filing a claim is the proper way to handle the situation without creating a personal financial burden for your friend or relative.
How long does it take to resolve a car accident case in Dallas?
There is no single answer, as the timeline depends entirely on the complexity of your injuries and the insurance company’s reasonableness. A straightforward case might be resolved in a matter of months, while a catastrophic injury case that requires a lawsuit could take over a year.
A fast settlement is rarely a fair settlement. Our primary goal is to secure the maximum possible compensation for your long-term needs, and we will take the time necessary to achieve that result.
Contact Our Dallas Car Accident Lawyers Today for a Free Consultation to Learn More
After a serious car accident, the insurance company will have its team of adjusters and lawyers working to protect its interests within hours. You need a fighter on your side to protect your legal rights. The Law Firm of Aaron A. Herbert, P.C., is ready to put our experience, resources, and Board Certified expertise to work for you.
We handle all car accident cases on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay absolutely nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Do not let an insurance company decide your future. Call our Dallas office now at 214-200-4878 to schedule your free, confidential case review. Our team is standing by 24/7 to provide the help you need. Se habla español.
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